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Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 606103 · Services

Activity contents

  • All activities of analysis, measurement, examination, testing and determination of the characteristics or performance of the material, the product and its constituents, in the provision of services with the exception of toxicological analyses (including the DRAIZE test) and analyses , tests and tests of construction materials and those for public works .
  • Any calibration activities representing all operations establishing, under specified conditions, the relationship between the values indicated by a measuring apparatus or the values represented by a materialized measurement and the known values corresponding to a measured value.

Supervisory authority

WILAYA TRADE DIRECTORATE

Type of authorization: Prior agreement

How to start this activity in Algeria

Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines

  1. Step 1: Obtain the licence from WILAYA TRADE DIRECTORATE

    The activity "Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)" is regulated. You must first build an accreditation file with the supervisory authority (articles, qualification proof, premises eligibility) before any CNRC registration.

    2 to 6 weeks

  2. Step 2: Company incorporation (LLC, single-member LLC or sole proprietorship)

    Once you hold the licence, sign the articles at the notary, declare the share capital, then request the company name + Trade Register at CNRC. For a heavy licence, a SARL/EURL is usually required over the auto-entrepreneur regime.

    7 to 10 days

  3. Step 3: Tax and social registrations

    With your trade register in hand, obtain the NIF (tax ID), NIS (social security ID for the manager), CNAS affiliation for employees, and the tax card. Your activity "Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Executive Decree No 14-153 of 30/04/2014 laying down the conditions for opening and operating quality testing and analysis laboratories.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from WILAYA TRADE DIRECTORATE, then incorporate (SARL/EURL usually required) at CNRC, and finish with tax registrations. UpGrowth Connect handles licence + turn-key incorporation.

How much does it cost to incorporate for code 606103?

For a regulated activity like Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per WILAYA TRADE DIRECTORATE). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with WILAYA TRADE DIRECTORATE.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 606103?

The official supervisory authority for Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity) is WILAYA TRADE DIRECTORATE. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Quality testing and analysis laboratories (regulated activity) (CNRC code 606103) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from WILAYA TRADE DIRECTORATE is mandatory before CNRC registration.

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